No unity government

(The Sun Daily) – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Abdul Razak has dismissed the possibility of a unity government that includes the opposition as part of efforts to forge national reconciliation.

He said this is because the people have given the government a “strong mandate” in the last general election.

Najib, however, said the government is looking to be more inclusive in its activities and events, adding that they it is open to talking to all parties to discuss issues affecting national unity.

He said this includes the setting up of bi-partisan committees in Parliament to discuss the issues.

“Over the next few months, you will see changes that will help make Malaysia a stronger,more united and cohesive nation.

“I invite all Malaysians to join me on this journey,” he said in a statement today.

Najib explained that in today’s Cabinet meeting, he and ministers examined a plan to develop an environment conducive to the promotion of national reconciliation through unity and consensus in the country.

“I had mooted this idea following the General Election but various parties were not conducive to my appeals to come together.

“The legitimacy of the elections were even questioned by them and it was proven to be baseless.

“I am now heartened to see that the Opposition is calling for a consensus and I am sure that they will welcome this new development,” he said.